Have you ever been anxious? How about insomnia or nervousness? These and dozens of other symptoms can be caused due to an improper balance in your body's pH. More importantly, being too acidic or alkaline can indicate a more serious health risk, including cancer. In scientific circles pH stands for "potential of hydrogen," but as far as your body is concerned, it can mean your "picture of health." By understanding how pH levels of your body fluids affect your health, you will be able to learn just how healthy you really are.